Non-Monogamy Help Episode 162 - Setting Real Boundaries in Polyamory
Aug 1, 2025
Explore the essential differences between rules and boundaries in polyamorous relationships. Discover how to navigate emotional complexities while balancing personal needs. Learn strategies for effective communication and self-advocacy to ensure all partners feel valued. Delve into the importance of clearly defined boundaries and what to do if they are crossed. Plus, get insights on managing jealousy and emotional challenges, and find out about a unique retreat designed for those in non-monogamous relationships.
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Set Boundaries With Actions
- Define clear boundaries by specifying what action you will take if they are crossed.
- Boundaries are about your responses, not controlling others' behaviors.
Create Scheduled Relationship Time
- Demand scheduled and intentional time with your partner, such as a dedicated weekly night.
- Such scheduling signals commitment and respect for your relationship.
Use Consenting, Confronting, Cutting
- Use Matthias Barker's three C's: consent, confront, or cut to manage relationship boundaries.
- Consent means accepting the situation without resentment; confront means asking for changes; cut means ending if needs aren't met.
